Familiarize yourself with these rules and regulations prior to registering in an NWMRA sanctioned event. By registering for a sanctioned event you agree to follow the rules and regulations governing the race and agree to be bound by the decisions of race officials. If you require further information please E-mail

 Competition | Class Definitions | Tires | Race Info | Track Locations | Vehicle | Points

All vehicles in classes "A" through "F" are classified as competition vehicles. "B" through "C" classes can run nitrous, racing fuels, Alcohol, or blower induction systems, but cannot run any combinations of alcohol, blower, or induction systems. "D" through "F" classes run unlimited.

Jeeps and similar vehicles, vehicles with a gutted cab, are missing windows and/or doors must meet technical requirements on roll bars, cages, harness, seats, etc.

Limited modifications to cab. Factory rating required on floors, interior, etc. If modifications change factory rating, vehicle will be classified as competition and must run in "A" through "F" classes. Technical inspectors will determine whether vehicles run in competition or non-competition classes.

Every vehicle must meet the NWMRA's technical requirements to qualify for the event. Regulations are enforced with no exceptions.

RACING CLASSES

Six Classes of Competition

• A Class - Street Stock
• B Class - Modified
• C Class - Competition Modified
• D Class - Super Competition Modified
• E Class - Unlimited Tractor
• F Class - Pro Modified

1. Each race team may have three people. One driver and two pit crew or two drivers and one pit crew.
2. Registration for NWMRA sanctioned events are $50 and include a total of three pit passes. Extra passes must be purchased from the promoter. Pit passes must be worn on the wrist and are invalid if torn, reattached or worn on clothing or hats. Persons found with invalid passes must leave the restricted areas immediately.
3. The NWMRA reserves the right to refuse entry to any person or vehicle at a sanctioned event. Each person granted admittance to restricted track areas must read the waiver prior to signing and must acknowledge having read and fully understood the waiver.
4. Vehicles may not be entered more than once per class and may not be entered in more than two classes per race or season.
5. All vehicles must pass inspection before being registered to compete.
6. NWMRA members must have their association numbers affixed to their race vehicles.
7. All race vehicles must be in the pit area one-hour before race start. Late arrivals will be permitted to register but must be inspected prior to competing. Inspections will be carried out as time allows, so late entries must be prepared to miss their first run.
8. All drivers must attend the driver's meeting held before each race start.
9. Someone must be in the driver's seat of all running race vehicles.
10. All racers must wear pants, shirt and closed shoes when making a pass on the track. All competition racers from B class through F class must have approved fire clothes.
11. Drivers will be issued a number plate, which must be attached to the front of the race vehicle. It must be clean before it enters the staging area, or the run will be forfeited.
12. Number plates must be cleaned and returned at the end of each race or a $5 fine will be filed against the registered driver. Fines must be paid before registration will be accepted at future races.
13. Even numbered vehicles run in the even lane, odd in the odd lane. Signs will designate odd and even lanes.
14. If a pass is made in the incorrect order or wrong lane, it will be forfeited unless an acknowledged track official error occurred.
15. The NWMRA has the right to change running pairs if several vehicles in the same class are running solo.
16. A five-minute grace period will be issued if a vehicle is not ready, but a pass for points can not be made after the grace period expires. Grace periods are not extended for any reason and begin when the vehicle is called to staging. A track official can allow an exhibition pass after the five-minute clock expires.
17. The staging officials must be notified if a vehicle is not ready when called to staging. It is the responsibility of each racer to personally notify the officials if they need the five-minute clock. Track officials will not search for missing drivers or vehicles.
18. Vehicles have two attempts to pass the restart margin of ten feet.
19. Vehicles not passing the restart margin on the second attempt will be given the distance of ten feet.
20. If a vehicle leaves the start line before the green light, a five-second penalty will be added. Repeated or deliberate jumping of the green light will result in an automatic disqualification from the event.
21. All vehicles must come to a complete stop at the beginning of the shutdown area. Failure to do so will result in a disqualification of that pass.
22. If a driver is found to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, his/her vehicle will not compete for the remainder of the event. The driver will be disqualified, forfeit winnings, applicable tow money and points from the race. Drivers may also face suspension from future sanctioned races. Refunds for registration will not be issued.
23. Any individual associated to a race vehicle, found to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol during race hours will be removed from the pit area and track.
24. Any track official, volunteer or director found to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol during race hours will be immediately relieved of their duties and removed from restricted areas.
25. Use of profanity and/or threats by drivers or persons associated to a race vehicle, to track officials, technical officials, track volunteers or NWMRA Directors, will be cause for immediate disqualification and a suspension will be determined by the NWMRA.
26. If a driver acts without due regard to the safety of track personnel or spectators, by driving in an unsafe manner anywhere on the site, an immediate disqualification will be issued.
27. When a disqualification is issued registration fees and pit passes will not be refunded.
28. When flagged to stop, drivers must shut down all vehicle movement immediately or the pass will be forfeited. Repeated incidents will result in disqualification from the event. When a vehicle leaves the lane out the side, distance is taken from the point of exit. Vehicles leaving the lane out the side must come to a complete stop and wait for a track official to clear it for movement, or the run will be forfeited. Distance measurements are taken from the center of front hubs.
29. Disciplinary actions can be appealed by writing to "North West Mud Racing Association, #413 7360 137th St Surrey, BC  V3W 1A3
30. If a vehicle obstructs another vehicle while making a pass or a track official error occurs, a re-run will be issued at the track official’s discretion. Re-runs will be recorded even if the original pass was better. Re-runs must be taken without undue delay.
31. Racers unable to complete all passes may not substitute their registered vehicle with another.
32. Once the race begins the start and finish lines may be cleared for reasons of safety. The NWMRA reserves the right to shut down the competition for reasons of safety and may alter an unsafe pit. In the event this occurs during a class, the entire class will be issued re-runs.
33. In the event of a failure with the electronic timing system, three timers will time each pass. High and low times will be discarded and the middle time will be recorded. A re-run may be given at the director’s discretion if both the electronic and the manual systems fail. A re-run will only be issued if the directors involved deem it necessary.
34. The NWMRA directors and officials do not have the authority to over-rule the association's rules and regulations but have the full authority to make decisions not covered by the existing rules and regulations.
35. In the event of a dispute to race results, three track officials and all present NWMRA directors will settle all decisions relating to the dispute.
36. In the event that an individual feels an issue of concern has arisen, they can take their concerns to the NWMRA's directors and the issue will be addressed at the first available general meeting. The issue will not be addressed during race hours unless it falls under existing rules and regulations.

• 1^st - 100 points
• 2^nd - 75 points
• 3^rd - 50 points
• 4^th - 40 points
• 5^th - 30 points
• 6^th - 20 points
• 7^th - 10 points
• 8^th - 5 points
• Each pass is 10 points if restart margin passed.
• Best Pass per class 20 points.
• Racers MUST BE present to claim their cash prizes, trophies and tow money. The NWMRA is not responsible for these items after the race date.

top

Home